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Phone: (217) 999-3123

Address: 308 E 3rd South St, Mount Olive, IL 62069

Website: http://thebatguy.com

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Dead Animal Removal

Insects and Spiders

Cockroaches
We handle many different types of nuisance wildlife calls. Snakes can sometimes be difficult to remove, as they are usually gone or out of sight when we arrive at a home with a snake inside. Unless you are certain of the snake's location, it is often impossible to locate them as they can be between walls or in other areas where they are not able to be detected. We definitely catch a lot of snakes each year, but you should not be alarmed if you see a snake outdoors around your home. They are very beneficial as some control mice and rats and others consume insects like roaches and crickets. We can provide information on how to make your property less attractive to snakes, and tips on reducing small rodent numbers to lessen the food supply for snakes.
Crickets
Mosquitoes
There are no vampire bats in the United States, although they can be found in South America and there are a few in Central America. The bats in our neighborhoods are insectivores, which of course means they live on insects. They consume a tremendous number of night flying insects every night during the spring, summer, and fall seasons.Since bats consume extremely high numbers of mosquitoes and other night-flying insects, they are very beneficial to have around. Many homeowners are installing bat houses on their property to provide a natural method of insect control and reduce the need for pesticides. Bat houses do not increase the chance of having bats in your home. If bats find your home favorable to them as a roosting site, they are already in there. Bat houses are not a solution for a bat problem in a structure. Bats are not going to "move" from your home into a bat house.
Mites

Animal Control

Bats
Even though there are about 14 different species of bats found in Illinois, the types of bats that are most commonly found using attics for roosting and nursery colonies are Big Browns and Little Browns. They often share the same site, and while in some cases only a few bats may be using the structure, it is common to find colonies of several hundred in homes. Larger buildings such as churches will sometimes have colonies of a thousand or several thousand bats. It is important to remember how valuable bats are, as they play an important role as Nature's own pest control experts for night-flying insects. Much information can be found on Little Brown Bats, Big Brown Bats, and other bats by using the internet for research. Learning about the lifestyles and habits of these bats will help you understand the importance of bat conservation, and allow you to appreciate the non-lethal methods we use in excluding bats from a residence or building. Our goal is to successfully resolve conflicts between property owners and bats using methods which compliment bat conservation.
Moles
MOLES: There are many myths and home remedies that people will try to eliminate moles, but none provide any solid results. Juicy Fruit gum, broken glass, hot pepper, moth balls, sonic gizmos, castor beans, poison peanuts, gummy worms, pellets, gases, garden hoses, grub control and many others do nothing more than relieve frustrations, as it "feels" like you are doing something. Scientific studies have proven trapping is by far the most effective control for mole damage. All the other gimmicks simply allow the moles to reproduce and become well-established in an area, which leads to even more damage as the population densities increase. Grub control is great for your lawn, but does nothing for mole damage control as their diet is primarily worms. Thinning down the grubs may actually create more damage, as the moles are forced to travel greater distances as they forage for food. Earthworms are a major part of their diet, and you certainly do not want to kill worms, as worms are the key to a healthy soil and lawn.
Raccoons
Raccoon population levels are currently around 60 per square mile in urban settings, with squirrel numbers being much higher. Any homes with tree branches near the roof are visited frequently by these animals, whether the homeowner is aware of it or not. As a general rule, branches should be no closer than 10 feet from the roof of a structure to minimize wildlife access. In some cases raccoons will climb TV towers or ornamental porch railings and pillars, but trees provide the most common access route to rooftops. A sure indication that raccoons are visiting your roof top is the presence of droppings in the roof valleys. We offer a service to trim back branches for prevention of wildlife access. With 3 different types of hydraulic lifts, we can provide this service while maintaining a safe working environment. Our primary lift used for tree branch removal is a towable boom lift which is much lighter than typical bucket trucks, preventing damages to lawns and landscapes.
Snakes
Thank you for visiting our site, and we hope you find the information we have to offer helpful. Our interest in wildlife goes back to the days of fishing and camping as kids, chasing snakes and frogs when the fish weren't biting. Many years of wildlife observation, nature hikes, and trapping have refined our understanding of animal habits and actions. The wildlife control business evolved from many years of trapping, observing, and studying animal behavior.
Wildlife
In order to address the problems associated with the drastic increase in nuisance wildlife problems, the IDNR designed the program which requires individuals or municipalities to be licensed to perform control methods. It is important to remember that these animals are protected by the state, and it is not legal for individuals without a class A, B or C wildlife control permit to trap or shoot any of these animals unless they have a sport hunting or trapping license and do so during open season. It is never legal to poison any animals managed by the IDNR. Federal law prohibits using any poisons for animals which are not listed on the product label. We are prohibited from using poisons or chemicals, and use only selective trapping methods or exclusion methods that provide an environmentally-friendly control program.
Opossums
Often found living under crawl spaces, they also like living under or in sheds, garages, and outbuildings. They may look ferocious, but they are not aggressive animals. They are shy and usually scurry away from anyone who gets near them. Since they usually have their mouth open or teeth showing, people assume they are evil terrors. The drool and rat-like tail also combine for an unfavorable first impression. Opossums are not cute in any way or form, which doesn't help their acceptance rating much when it comes to co-existing with us in our neighborhoods.
Muskrats
Muskrats are extremely common in Illinois, as they are able to exist in lakes, ponds, streams, or any swamp or marsh that holds water year-round. They cause shoreline damage by burrowing into the banks of lakes and ponds. Their diet consists of water plants, but they do not cut down trees like beavers. They also feed on crops that border waterways, and will often dig channels reaching 50 to 100 feet long through shallow water areas to reach feeding areas. Sometimes muskrats will build huts using vegetation. These are food storage piles which are built in late fall allowing them to feed after freeze-up. They access the interior through underwater entrances.
Coyotes
We have removed red foxes from urban areas, as they really enjoy eating the neighborhood house cats. It is becoming more common to see red foxes having litters in sheds and under porches or decks in the cities. They can thrive in an urban environment, co-existing quite well with the neighborhood residents. The high coyote population is driving many foxes into the cities for protection, as coyotes kill foxes as both compete for the same prey. If you notice bird wings, feathers, and small animal skins and fur laying around the yard in late spring, you most likely have a mother fox with pups living nearby. The mother foxes appear very thin and even look sick or mangey during the time they are feeding their pups. The stress of nursing and hunting for an entire family takes its' toll on her beauty for several weeks.

Bird Control

Birds
Many cities are experiencing an increase in the number of large feral pigeon flocks, which is causing problems for commercial building owners, property management firms, and even homeowners. The acid in bird droppings is very corrosive, and causes damage to roofs, signs, metal, and any painted surfaces. Droppings often clog gutters and roof drains, causing water damage and other related expenses. The droppings also create a health and safety hazard. We offer several methods of bird control, depending on the structure, location, and desired result of the property owner.
Sparrows
Birds such as pigeons, sparrows, and starlings can become a real nuisance when they decide to use your structure for nesting and roosting sites. The mess associated with their droppings and nesting materials is never pleasant, and the presence of mites and other parasites that exist in bird nests are a definite health concern. There are a variety of methods used for bird control, and every situation requires a different approach due to construction styles and layout. Other factors include the desired level of bird control requested by the property owner, and of course any limitations associated with cost factors.
Starlings
The most common animals we deal with are raccoons, squirrels, bats, groundhogs, opossums, beavers, pigeons, starlings and sparrows. Other animals we work with include flying squirrels, skunks, muskrats, chipmunks, snakes, moles, voles, mice and rats (no poisons or chemicals). We can work with other types of animals, but are not allowed to control deer, ducks, geese, or domestic animals like cats and dogs. We offer chimney cap installations, attic vent screening, lower deck screening, and other animal exclusion and damage prevention programs. We offer gutter cleaning service as the acorns, seeds and organic debris in gutters will attract rodents which may then enter your attic and wall spaces. We own our own towable boom lift, scissors lift, and personal manlift which allows us to reach higher areas with added safety. We also offer attic or complete structure inspections for wildlife damage.
Pigeons
Some of our pigeon control programs include a flock abatement process. We use specially designed pigeon traps to capture many of the resident flock before sealing or performing other product installations for bird control. Trapping is NOT an effective control measure UNLESS the trapping program is followed up by sealing nesting and roosting sites, or installing products which eliminate roosting on ledges, parapets, signs, or beams. We can be contacted at 217-710-2919 or

Rodent Control

Rodents
We provide gutter cleaning service, as many rodents are attracted to the seeds, acorns, and other food which accumulates in gutters. You can choose from a one-time cleaning or we can set you up for an annual contract for 2 or 3 cleanings per year, depending on location and types of trees present. This service also prevents water damage to foundations, roofs, soffits and siding.
Mice
Pigeons and other birds are attracted to areas that provide safe roosting and nesting sites. The above right picture is a cavity in a gas station canopy. The pigeons gained access into the cavity through 8 inch diameter holes that were cut into the sheet metal by electricians when installing lights. One of the access holes is visible at the upper right of this photo. The photo was taken at night when the pigeons were roosting. The canopy is 60 x 30 feet, and the cavity runs around the entire outer edge, providing a very large area for nesting and roosting. The flock grew to about 300 birds within a couple years, and the accumulation of droppings clogged gutters and collected around the gas pump islands. The canopy also had mice and rats which were eating the eggs and baby pigeons. A complete little ecosystem, but not exactly the ideal location.
Rats
, and have little in common with mice or rats. Bats are not filthy little critters. They are meticulous about keeping their fur clean and groomed. The smell associated with bats is due to the accumulation of guano and urine below their roosting areas. They have tiny little teeth, but are still able to inflict a bite to human skin. This would occur when a bat is picked up or otherwise mistakenly contacted. If a bat would accidentally land on you, your reaction would most likely be to brush it off. The bat would bite only as a defensive action. They are not aggressive.
Squirrels
Some roost areas can be eliminated by modifications to the areas the birds are sitting on. Others may require netting to prevent birds from accessing the roost areas. We also install chimney caps, and can add screening to existing chimney caps to keep birds out of your fireplace or furnace. Gable vents (attic) often need screens replaced, and we offer standard screening for birds, or an optional heavy wire mesh to prevent squirrels or other animals from gaining access into your home through the vents.
Voles
Chipmunks
Chipmunks can be a problem when they discover your bird feed in the shed or garage, and it is common for a sizeable family of chipmunks to inhabit a fairly small area around a home or neighborhood. Like mice and squirrels, it is common for chipmunks to chew and damage wiring of vehicles that are parked outside, and like mice, they sometimes fill vehicle air filters with food such as acorns or dog food. They also dig under sidewalks and foundations, which can cause damages by allowing water to undermine the concrete. Winter freezing may then cause the sidewalks or foundations to crack. On the plus side, they are a daytime animal that can be very enjoyable to watch as they scurry around your backyard on their daily feeding activities.

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